America in the Twentieth Century - Couverture souple

Moss, George Donelson

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0130833703 ISBN 13 : 9780130833709

Editeur : Pearson, 1999

Synopsis

For freshman/sophomore-level survey courses in 20th Century U.S. History.

Written in a lively, narrative style, this comprehensive survey of 20th century U.S. history―from the late 19th century through the late 20th century―focuses on the public life of American people, on American political history, and the history of American public policy. It intertwines political, demographic, economic, social, and cultural history throughout.

A propos du livre

Quatrième de couverture

From the Gilded Age to the dawn of the twenty-first century, George Donelson Moss's comprehensive narrative spans the twentieth century to provide readers with an accurate story of the American past. Written in a clear and concise style, this survey text is logically organized into parallel topical and chronological sequences that are easy to understand and a pleasure to read.

• NEW—New chapter covering the new millennium—Features the disputed 2000 Presidential election: the 2002 Congressional elections; the first two years of G.W. Brush's presidency: and the tragic events of 9/11/2001, the war on terrorism and war with Iraq.
• NEW—Emphasis on social history—Includes the current status of women and minorities, recent immigration trends, and labor history.
• NEW—Coverage of the current economy—Includes the recession, the stock market crash, corporate scandals, and consumer confidence.
• NEW—The global economy and society—Analyzes U.S. events within the framework of globalization.

Présentation de l'éditeur

For freshman/sophomore-level survey courses in 20th Century U.S. History.

Written in a lively, narrative style, this comprehensive survey of 20th century U.S. history—from the late 19th century through the late 20th century—focuses on the public life of American people, on American political history, and the history of American public policy. It intertwines political, demographic, economic, social, and cultural history throughout.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Pearson
• Date d'édition: 1999
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0130833703
• ISBN 13: 9780130833709
• Reliure: Broché
• Numéro d'édition: 4
• Nombre de pages: 657
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible